Sietetty

Sietetty is a Finnish word that translates to "tolerated" or "endured" in English. It is commonly used to describe a situation where something unpleasant or difficult is accepted or allowed to continue, often out of necessity or a lack of better options. The word carries a sense of passive acceptance rather than active approval.

For example, one might say "sietettyä huonoa palvelua" which means "tolerated bad service." This implies that the service was not good, but the customer accepted it because they had no alternative or did not wish to cause a scene. Similarly, "sietettyä hiljaisuutta" could refer to an awkward silence that is endured rather than being comfortable or welcome.

The term can also be used in a more formal context, such as in legal or political discussions, where certain conditions or policies are sietettävä, meaning they must be tolerated or accepted for the time being. It highlights a situation that is not ideal but is deemed manageable or unavoidable. The emphasis is on the act of bearing with something rather than actively liking or supporting it.